The legal landscape of West Africa is taking another step towards streamlining business. On Tuesday, April 21, 2026, the Arbitration Court of Côte d'Ivoire ( CACI ) and the Arbitration Court of Togo ( CATO ) formalized a strategic alliance in Abidjan. This agreement aims to harmonize and strengthen the effectiveness of commercial dispute resolution between the two nations.

A synergy under the banner of regional integration

The signing, which took place at the headquarters of the CCI-Côte d'Ivoire, brought together leading figures from the consular and legal sectors:

1. For Ivory Coast: Touré Faman (President of the CCI-CI) and Tall Yacouba (President of the CACI).
2. For Togo: Dr José Kwassi Symenouh (President of CCI-Togo) and Coffi Alexis Aquereburu (President of CATO).

For Touré Faman, this agreement goes beyond the simple administrative framework; it reflects a deep desire to strengthen legal security within the WAEMU area, thus guaranteeing a climate of trust essential to attracting and protecting foreign investments.

The pillars of collaboration

The agreement is not limited to a diplomatic intention, but includes concrete actions spread across several areas:

1. Promotion and Popularization: Implementation of a joint program to promote arbitration and mediation as credible alternatives to traditional courts.
2. Skills development: Organization of specialized training sessions for legal and business professionals.
3. Resource sharing: Regular exchanges of expertise, scientific publications and technical databases.

"I hope that this partnership will be dynamic, concrete and deliver tangible results." — Touré Faman , President of the CCI-Côte d'Ivoire.

Why arbitration?

By choosing the CACI and CATO, companies benefit from private justice , characterized by its speed and confidentiality . Unlike often lengthy state court proceedings, arbitration offers flexibility adapted to the demands of modern commerce, thus ensuring lasting economic stability for Ivorian and Togolese businesses.